人教版高中英语必修二Unit5 Music
第I卷(选择题)
一、完形填空(共15分)
I remember the photos my family would take every year. My father, a professional photographer, would set up reflectors to drive the shadows(阴影) from our faces, (1) our imperfections. My brother and I would stand like (2) at attention, our shoulders touching. My mother would warn us to keep (3) in a low voice. We would take the photo once, twice until it (4) my father's standard. My father (5) on being perfect. It was what drove me away from photography.
When I finally found my way to a camera, it was all (6) . I was searching through a closet and (7) my dad's first camera. I wandered out onto the streets, which were (8) with passers-by, and realized why photography had never been my (9) . The only type of photography I knew was to force people to stand still while they (10) to be happy.
Every (11) I have ever photographed wants a satisfactory photo. When they come to me, they (12) me to say, "Stand up straight" or "Fold your arms". They want me to show them how to be (13) . However, I think photography is about catching a(n) (14) as honestly as possible. If people don't (15) know they are being photographed, they behave naturally, and they are so beautiful.
1. A. focusing on B. living with C. taking away D.coming across
2. A. photographersB. soldiers C. doctors D. teachers
3. A. silent B. busy C. positive D. careful
4. A. accepted B. followed C. raised D. reached
5. A. depended B. agreed C. insisted D. decided
6. A. by chance B. in time C. on purpose D. as usual
7. A. missed B. discovered C. remembered D. borrowed
8. A. popular B. covered C. familiar D. crowded
9. A. favourite B. reaction C. challenge D. opportunity
10. A. happened B. proved C. pretended D. struggled
11. A. customer B. partner C. professional D. couple
12. A. force B. expect C. allow D. invite
13. A. capable B. possible C. ordinary D. perfect
14. A. memory B. moment C. event D. impression
15. A. never B. even C. still D. ever
二、阅读理解(共30分)
A
For some people, music is no fun at all. About 4% of the population is what scientists call "amusic". People who are amusic are born without the ability to enjoy musical notes. Amusic people often cannot tell the differences between two songs.
As a result, songs sound like noise to an amusic. Many amusics compare the sound of music to pieces of metal hitting each other. Life can be hard for amusics. In fact, most people cannot understand what it feels like to be amusic. Just going to a restaurant or a shopping center can be uncomfortable or even painful. That is why many amusics have to stay away from places where there is music. However, this can result in social loneliness. "I used to hate parties," says Margaret, a seventy-year-old woman who only recently discovered that she was amusic. By studying people like Margaret, scientists are finally learning how to identify (辨别) this unusual condition.
Scientists say that the brains of amusics are different from those of people who can enjoy music. The difference is complex (复杂的), and it is not connected with poor hearing. Amusics can understand other non-musical sounds well. They also have no problems understanding common speech. Scientists compare amusics to people who just can't see certain colors.
Many amusics are happy when their condition is finally diagnosed (诊断). For years, Margaret felt embarrassed about her music problem. Now she knows that she is not alone. That makes it easier for her to explain. "When people invite me to a concert, I just say 'No, thanks. I 'm amusic,'" says Margaret.
16. Amusics are the people who ______.
A. like music B. are born unable to enjoy music
C. don't like music D. have poor listening
17. Life is hard for amusics mainly because ______.
A. they know they cannot enjoy music
B. they hate parties, restaurants or shopping centers
C. they try to stay at the place full of music
D. they are not understood by others
18. What causes amusics to be different from most people according to scientists
A. Their lack of colors. B. Their poor hearing.
C. Their brains. D. Their problems with speech.
19. What is the main idea of the passage
A. Some people's inability to enjoy music.
B. Some people's musical ability.
C. Amusics' strange behaviors.
D. Diagnosis and treatment of amusics.
B
Since Kelsea Ballerini appeared on the Nashville scene in 2015, she's been known for her cheerful songs and energetic personality. "I've always presented myself as a very happy-go-lucky person," she says, "but there's more." Indeed, in her new poetry book Feel Your Way Through, the "Half of My Hometown" singer, 28, shows how she found strength after a difficult youth.
In her teen years Ballerini struggled with bulimia. "My Parents had just gotten divorced, and I think for me, it was a source of control," she says of her eating disorder. After passing out several times, she finally sought help at 18. "It's a journey, and it's never-ending." Life in the spotlight (聚光灯) can sometimes worsen her body-image issues, but she's learned how to deal with them. Today she's in a much healthier spot, and she is much more gentle with how she talks to herself.
Ballerini faced perhaps her biggest emotional challenge during her second year in high school, when she watched a friend die in a school shooting in her native Knoxville, Tenn. "There's a moment in everyone's life when something happens, and you go, Life is short', and that was mine," Ballerini says, adding that she still suffers PTSD from the terrible event. "Fortunately, everyone close to me knows about it, and they help me."
One of Ballerini's biggest supporters is her husband, fellow singer Morgan Evans, 36. Because of her parents' divorce, she says, "I made up my mind that I was never going to get married." But with Evans, she adds, "I have a healthier idea of marriage. I don't see it as a fairy tale. It's work, but it's worth it."
20. Why is Ballerini popular
A. Because she has a sweet voice.
B. Because she always has good luck.
C. Because her experiences are moving.
D. Because her songs always cheer people up.
21. What does the underlined word "bulimia" mean in Paragraph 2
A. Her difficult youth. B. Her parents' divorce.
C. Her eating disorder. D. Her mental challenge.
22. What can we infer about Ballerini from Paragraph 3
A. She shot her friend dead by accident.
B. She has forgotten the school shooting.
C. She was saved by her friends on the spot.
D. She got emotional problems after the event.
23. What can we learn from Ballerini's life experience
A. Every dog has his day.
B. Bad times make you strong.
C. Failure is the mother of success.
D. Nothing is difficult to a willing heart.
C
Ford is showing its first all-electric sport utility vehicle, or SUV—the Mustang Mach-E, marking a major change in the U. S. car industry. The new Mustang can travel between 370 and 480 kilometers before needing an electrical charge.
There are 18 electric vehicle models for sale in the U. S. The research group IHS Markit expects that number to grow to 80 by 2022. New vehicles will include pickup trucks and SUVs that are popular with American buyers.
Last year, electric vehicles made up only 1.5 percent of new vehicle sales worldwide. Auto Industry research company LMC Automotive predicts that will rise to 2.2 percent this year. In the U.S., electric vehicles were only 1.2 percent of sales in 2018. It is expected to be the same this year. Automakers, however, see room for growth. They note that electric vehicles are getting 250 miles or more on a single charge. That means a buyer no longer needs to worry about running out of power during a day's usual drive. Because of the added models and increased power, LMC predicts that they will make up 17 percent of worldwide sales and 7 percent of U.S. sales in 2030.
The first-generation of electric vehicles were simply existing models that were changed to be electric to meet government fuel economy rules. They did not sell well largely because they could not travel more than 100 miles between charges. But now, many can go farther than the average one-day driving distance. The five-passenger Mach-E looks like a traditional Mustang. Engineers say the least costly model will be able to travel about 370 kilometers on one charge. The most costly model will be able to travel 483 kilometers.
Some experts say the Mustang Mach-E marks the start of an increase in electric vehicles offered by top U. S. carmakers. However, some are not so positive. Stephanie Brinley, an auto expert for IHS Markit, said electric vehicle choices may expand before demand. "There is likely to be a period where the number of choices will increase faster than demand and sales for each will be low," she said.
24. What is IHS Markit's expectation of the electric vehicle
A. It has more models.
B. It goes on sale soon.
C. It is more environment-friendly.
D. It is more popular with customers.
25. What do the numbers in paragraph 3 show about electric vehicles
A. There will be increasing demand for SUVs.
B. There will be large growth space for their sales.
C. There will be more pressure on their power supplies.
D. There will be more competition between automakers.
26. How did the author develop the fourth paragraph
A. By giving examples. B. By introducing new ideas.
C. By following time order. D. By making comparisons.
27. What's Stephanie Brinley's attitude towards electric vehicles' future
A. Positive. B. Unclear. C. Doubtful. D. Indifferent.
D
Do you love music If you are a music lover, there are some music festivals for you to learn about.
Strawberry Music Festival
Held at the most beautiful fairgrounds in California, Strawberry Music Festival takes over the Nevada County Fairgrounds every Memorial Day for four days of family fun. This park, which is set in the Sierra Nevada foothills, offers the perfect environment for camping and performances by some of the log artists. The festival also offers children's programmes, workshops and activities for all ages.
Tree Town Music Festival
You don't have to be in the Southwest or in Texas to enjoy yourself in the country lifestyle. Country living can be found all over the united seals. The Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City, Iowa, is a great example of country fun in the Midwest. The Tree Town Music Festival featured (以……为特色) camping and live music from some of the biggest names in modern country.
Tampa Bay Indian Music& Dance Festival
This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people. Food, music and performances are top attractions and display the Indian heritage proudly. Yoga fans can catch a relaxing practice through kirtan (唱诵). This experience of Indian culture is fun for all ages.
SXSW Music Festival
The SXSW Music Festival is a global music event taking place every March in Austin, Texas. Each year the SXSW Music Festival receives a wonderful mix of artists performing in bars, clubs, parks, hotels, and more in Austin, Texas. Not limited in the sort or area focus, audiences can enjoy different kinds of musical styles at SXSW.
28. What can you do in Forest City, Iowa
A. Play live music. B. Enjoy country life.
C. Have fun at summer camps. D. Appreciate the local heritage
29. What is special about Tampa Bay Indian Music&Dance festival
A. It shows Indian culture.
B. It is suitable for camping.
C. It provides activities for children.
D. It has performances by top artists.
30. Which of the festivals is held in Texas
A. Strawberry music: Festival.
B. Tree Town Music Festival.
C. Tampa Bay Indian Music&Dance Festival.
D. SXSW Music Festival.
第II卷(非选择题)
三、语法填空(共30分)
A
Have you ever imagined singing together with many people without leaving your own home Here comes the opportunity (1) (do) so with the help of a virtual choir. A virtual choir is a global phenomenon (2) members can upload videos of their singing alone online and then the videos will be put together into one (3) (perform). You can join a virtual choir from anywhere and what you need is a video camera and an Internet connection. In this way ordinary people who are (4) (interest) in music can add their voices to those of others, becoming part of the global community. So far it (5) (prove) to be a positive influence on the lives for many people.
The idea of the virtual choir (6) (original) came from a composer named Erie Whitacre who was also (7) popular conductor. In2009, he received a video of a girl singing one of his works. (8) (inspire), he began to ask his fans to make videos and then all the videos were joined together into one which was known (9) his first virtual choir "Lux Aurumque". Ever since, the virtual choir has been one of the most popular (10) (phenomenon) in the world. With the virtual choir, people from all over the world can sing together and make the world a better place.
B
The Confucius Museum covers an area of 55,000 square meters (1) brings together nearly 700, 000 cultural relics, some of which were once kept (2) (private) in the Confucius Family Mansion. The museum also serves as a place (3) (learn) about traditional culture.
About a 30-minute drive away, Nishan Sacred Land, which (4) (regard) as the birthplace of Confucius, is also promoting deeper engagement(密切关系) with local culture through study tours to offer visitors a (5) (rich) experience. Visitors can write down Confucian classics, watch traditional performances and attend lectures (6) various aspects of Confucian culture.
The Confucius Institute has also rolled out a dozen cultural (7) (experience) such as seal(印章) cutting for visitors, in addition to (8) (offer) a detailed display of the history behind the Confucian culture. Tourists can also go to Tai'an Old Street Scenic Area, (9) they can get a taste of the local intangible heritage.
These moves are all part of the government's efforts to use the local culture to boost(使增长) (10) (it) tourism industry.
四、书面表达(共25分)
假定你是李华,你校音乐俱乐部将举办校园音乐节活动。请给你的英国朋友Ivy写封邮件邀请她参加,内容包括:
1.活动的时间、地点;
2.活动的内容;
3.欢迎她表演节目。
注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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答案
1-15.C、B、A、D、C、A、B、D、A、C、A、B、D、B、B
1. 我的父亲是一名专业摄影师,他会调试反光镜来驱除我们脸上的阴影,消除我们的不完美。A.focuing on集中于;B.living with忍受;C.taking away消除;D.coming across偶然发现。根据空前would set up reflectors to drive the shadows(阴影) from our faces可知,此处是说调试反射镜驱赶我们脸上的阴影,消除(taking away)我们的不完美。故选C。
2. 我和哥哥会像立正的士兵一样,肩并肩地站着。A.photographers摄影师;B.soldiers士兵;C.doctors医生;D.teachers老师。根据空后的at attention, our shoulders touching可知,此处应该是指像战士一样,故选B。
3. 我母亲会警告我们要保持沉默,声音要小。A.silent沉默的;B.busy忙碌的;C.positive积极乐观的;D.careful小心的。根据空后的in a low voice和语境可知,这里应该是说母亲让我们不出声,故选A。
4. 我们会拍一两次照片,直到它达到我父亲的标准。我父亲坚持要做到完美。A.accepted接收;B.followed跟随;C.raised提高;D.reached抵达;达到。根据空前的We would take the photo once, twice until可知,此处表示达到父亲的标准,所以用短语reach one's standard,意为“达到某人的标准”,符合题意。故选D。
5. A.depended取决于,依赖;B.agreed同意;C.insisted坚持;D.decided决定。根据上文中的a professional photographer, would set up reflectors to drive the shadows(阴影) from our faces, (1) our imperfections.可推知,此处表示作者父亲坚持追求完美。insist on doing sth.表示“执意继续做某事”,符合语境。故选C。
6. 当我终于找到一台相机时,这一切都是偶然的。A.by chance偶然;B.in time及时;C.on purpose故意;D.as usual像往常一样。根据空后的描述可知,此处是说作者走上摄影的道路纯属偶然。故选A。
7. 我在一个衣柜里翻找,发现了我爸的第一台相机。A.missed错过;B.discovered发现;C.remembered记得;D.borrowed借。根据空前的searching through a closet可知,此处表示找到的结果,故选B。
8. 我走到街上,街上挤满了行人,我意识到为什么摄影从来都不是我的最爱。A.popular受欢迎的;B.covered有一层覆盖物的;C.familiar熟悉的;D.crowded拥挤的。此处是说作者走到街上,街上挤满了人,故选D。
9. A.favourite特别喜爱的人(或事物);B.reaction反应;C.challenge挑战;D.opportunity机会。根据第一段中的It was what drove me away from photography可知,摄影从来都不是作者喜欢的事情。故选A。
10. 我所知道的唯一一种摄影方式就是强迫人们站着不动,同时假装自己很开心。A.happened碰巧;B.proved证明是;C.pretended假装;D.struggled努力。此处表示“我知道的仅有的一类摄影就是强迫人们站直,假装高兴”。故选C。
11.我拍过的每个顾客都想要一张满意的照片。A.customer顾客;B.partner搭档;C.professional专业人员; D.couple一对夫妇。根据语境可知,作者是一位摄影师,故这里是说“我的每位顾客都想要一张满意的照片”。故选A。
12. 当他们来找我的时候,他们希望我说:“站直”或“交叉双臂”。A.force强迫;B.expect期待,预计;C.allow允许;D.invite邀请。根据下文中的"Stand up straight" or "Fold your arms"可知,此处表示人们期待作者给出指示,故选B。
13. 他们想让我告诉他们如何做到完美。A.capable有能力的;B.possible可能的;C.ordinary普通的;D.perfect完美的。根据上文中的a satisfactory photo可知,他们想让作者展示如何才能完美(perfect)。故选D。
14. 然而,我认为摄影就是要尽可能诚实地捕捉一个瞬间。A.memory记忆力;B.moment瞬间;C.event发生的事情;D.impression印象。根据语境和常识可知,摄影是捕捉瞬间。故选B。
15. 如果人们甚至不知道他们正在被拍照,他们的行为会很自然,他们是如此美丽。A.never从来不;B.even甚至;C.still仍然;D.ever曾经。根据空后的they behave naturally可知,此处表示人们甚至都不知道他们正在被拍照。故选B。
16-19.B、D、C、A
16. 根据第一段中的People who are amusic are born without the ability to enjoy musical notes.(amusic是指天生就没有欣赏音符的能力。)可知。amusics指的是那些生来就没有享受音符的能力的人。故选B。
17. 根据第二段中的Life can be hard for amusics. In fact, most people cannot understand what it feels like to be amusic.(对amusics来说,生活可能很艰难。事实上,大多数人无法理解音乐是什么感觉。)可知,amusics生活可能很难,因为大多数人不明白他们的感觉。故选D。
18. 根据第三段开头Scientists say that the brains of amusics are different from those of people who can enjoy music.(科学家们说,amusics的大脑不同于那些能享受音乐的人的大脑。)可知,导致amusics与大多数人不同的原因是他们的大脑不同
19. 全文主要讲述的是没有享受音乐的能力的一类人,被称为amusic,他们之前都没有得到统一的诊断或者认识,直到现在才知道自己的问题。A选项(一些没有欣赏音乐能力的人)。故选A。
20-23.D、C、D、B
20. 根据第一段第一句Since Kelsea Ballerini appeared on the Nashville scene in 2015, she's been known for her cheerful songs and energetic personality.(自从凯尔西·巴列里尼2015年出现在纳什维尔的舞台上以来,她以欢快的歌曲和充满活力的个性而闻名)可知,巴列里尼很受欢迎,因为她的歌总是让人振奋。故选D。
21. 根据第二段第一句中的In her teen years(在她十几岁的时候)和第二句"My Parents had just gotten divorced, and I think for me, it was a source of control," she says of her eating disorder.(“我的父母刚刚离婚,我认为对我来说,这是控制的一个来源,”她说起她的饮食障碍)可知,巴列里尼有饮食障碍,可得出bulimia是指饮食障碍。故选C。
22. 根据第三段第一句Ballerini faced perhaps her biggest emotional challenge during her second year in high school, when she watched a friend die in a school shooting in her native Knoxville, Tenn.(巴列里尼在高中二年级时,目睹一位朋友在田纳西州诺克斯维尔的学校枪击案中丧生,这可能是她面临的最大的情感挑战)和Ballerini says, adding that she still suffers PTSD from the terrible event.(巴列里尼还补充说,她仍然因为这一可怕的事件而患有创伤后应激障碍)可知,在目睹朋友被枪击那次事件后,巴列里尼有了情绪问题。故选D。
23. 根据第一段最后一句中的Indeed, in her new poetry book Feel Your Way Through, the "Half of My Hometown" singer, 28, shows how she found strength after a difficult youth.(的确,在她的新诗《感受你的路》中,这位28岁的“我家乡的一半”歌手展示了她在经历了一段艰难的青春后是如何找到力量的)可知,巴列里尼早年经历了很多不幸,但也正因为如此她变得坚强。故选B。
24-27.A、B、D、C
24. 根据第二段中的There are 18 electric vehicle models for sale in the U. S. The research group IHS Markit expects that number to grow to 80 by 2022.(美国目前有18款电动汽车在售。研究机构IHS Markit预计,到2022年,这一数字将增至80款。)可知,美国目前有18款电动汽车在售,研究机构lHS Markit预计,到2022年,这一数字将增至80,由此可知,将有更多的电动汽车车型,故选A。
25. 根据第三段提到的数字,尤其是Because of the added models and increased power, LMC predicts that they will make up 17 percent of worldwide sales and 7 percent of U.S. sales in 2030.(据LMC预测,由于增加的车型和增强的动力,它们将在2030年占全球销量的17%和美国销量的7%。)可推知,电动汽车的销售空间很大,故选B。
26. 根据第四段的内容,尤其是They did not sell well largely because they could not travel more than 100 miles between charges. But now, many can go farther than the average one-day driving distance.(它们卖得不好很大程度上是因为充电一次行驶里程不能超过100英里。但现在,许多车可以比平均一天的车程跑得更远。)可知,本段将现在的车型与过去的车型的行驶里程进行了对比,由此可知,本段是以作比较的手法行文的,故选D。
27. 根据最后一段中的"There is likely to be a period where the number of choices will increase faster than demand and sales for each will be low," she said.(她说:“可能会有一段时间,选择的数量增长将快于需求,每种产品的销量都将很低。”)可知,她对电动汽车未来的销售持怀疑的态度,故选C。
28-30.B、A、D
28. 根据第三段中的Country living can be found all over the united seals. The Tree Town Music Festival in Forest City, Iowa, is a great example of country fun in the Midwest.(乡村生活在美国海豹突击队中随处可见。爱荷华州森林城的树镇音乐节是中西部乡村娱乐的一个很好的例子。)可知,在Forest City,你可以体验乡村生活的乐趣,故选B。
29. 根据第四段中的This festival shows respect for the traditions of India and its people.(这个节日表达了对印度传统和印度人民的尊重。)可知,Tampa Bay Indian Music&Dance Festival的特色是展示印度文化,故选A。
30. 根据第五段中的The SXSW Music Festival is a global music event taking place every March in Austin, Texas.(SXSW音乐节是在德克萨斯州奥斯汀市的每一个落叶松上举行的全球性音乐活动。)可知,SXSW Music Festival在Texas举行。
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originally 、a、inspired 、as、phenomena
1-10.and、privately、to learn、is regarded、richer
on/about、experiences、offering、where、its
Dear Ivy ,
To enrich our school life, our school will organize a music festival.Knowing that you have a passion for music, I'm writing to invite you to take part in it.
As scheduled, the music festival will be held this Friday. Various activities will be held, ranging from lectures on Chinese and Western music to singing and dancing performances. Besides, a concert will be put on by students on Friday evening. I know you play the guitar and sing well. You're welcome to give a performance.I do believe you will have an unforgettable time then.
I sincerely long for your attendance if you are available. Eagerly looking forward to your early reply.
Yours,
Li Hua